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George worsley 11-9-11. . Dr. King was involved in one of his greatest plans to dramatize the plight of the poor and stir Congress to help blacks.

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1 George worsley 11-9-11

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3 Dr. King was involved in one of his greatest plans to dramatize the plight of the poor and stir Congress to help blacks

4 “Like anybody, I would like to live a long life. Longevity has its place. But I'm not concerned about that now. I just want to do God's will. And He's allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I've looked over. And I've seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the promised land!”

5 Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand today, signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice. It came as a joyous daybreak to end the long night of their captivity Activist and a strong leader in the African American Civil Rights Movement. He is best known for being an iconic figure in the advancement of civil rights in the United States and around the world he was know for the brave man who took a chance and made a difference

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